Shanghai Metro · Line 8 · Line guide
DISCOVER THE CITY BY METRO
Art, parks and everyday city life.
A major exhibition venue in the Expo area meets the parks of Hongkou and Yangpu. Balance a gallery visit with a gentler walk outdoors.
One line. Many sides of the city.
Line 8 connects Shendu Highway, the Expo area, the city centre, Hongkou and Yangpu, ending at Shiguang Road. These picks focus on exhibitions and neighbourhood parks.
Selected stops · intermediate stations omitted
Show all 30 stations
- 01Shendu Highway
- 02Lianhang Road
- 03Jiangyue Road
- 04Pujiang Town
- 05Luheng Road
- 06Lingzhao Xincun
- 07Oriental Sports Center
- 08Yangsi
- 09Chengshan Road
- 10Yaohua Road
- 11China Art Museum
- 12South Xizang Road
- 13Lujiabang Road
- 14Laoximen
- 15Dashijie
- 16People's Square
- 17Qufu Road
- 18Zhongxing Road
- 19North Xizang Road
- 20Hongkou Football Stadium
- 21Quyang Road
- 22Siping Road
- 23Anshan Xincun
- 24Jiangpu Road
- 25Huangxing Road
- 26Middle Yanji Road
- 27Huangxing Park
- 28Xiangyin Road
- 29Nenjiang Road
- 30Shiguang Road
THE STOPS
Where will you get off?
Follow the line order and choose a neighbourhood, a view or somewhere to slow down.
3 places
01China Art Museum
Art inside an Expo landmark
Visit art exhibitions in the Expo area. Since September 2026, visitors enter through the west gate at 153 Shangnan Road.
From China Art Museum station, head to the west entrance at 153 Shangnan Road. Follow the museum’s current entrance and exhibition notices.
Allow around · 90–150 min
02Lu Xun Park
A literary pause in the green
A landscaped park with memorial spaces dedicated to Lu Xun, close to Hongkou's historic streets.
From Hongkou Football Stadium station, head to Lu Xun Park. A park walk and a museum visit are separate choices; check museum opening information.
Allow around · 60–120 min
03Huangxing Park
An unhurried pause by the water
Lake views, lawns and planting offer a green pause in Yangpu. Choose a short waterfront walk and enjoy everyday park life without chasing a seasonal bloom.
From Huangxing Park station, head towards the entrances around 699 Yingkou Road and follow on-site signs. The park is being upgraded in sections. Follow the gates and paths open on the day and check temporary notices before setting out.
Allow around · 60–120 min
MAKE A DAY OF IT
A few stops. A good day out.
Art in the morning, Lu Xun Park afterwards.
Choose an exhibition first, then slow down among the water and shade of Lu Xun Park. Check the venue for exhibition dates and admission arrangements.
- 1Start beneath the red pavilion
China Art Museum
Shanghai Art Museum (China Art Museum) is a substantial venue. Pick a theme before entering rather than trying to cover every floor.
See this stop ↑↓ Return to China Art Museum station and take Line 8 towards Shiguang Road to Hongkou Football Stadium.
- 2Slow down for the second half
Lu Xun Park
Walk by the lake and shaded paths, with time for memorial spaces. Check the Lu Xun Museum separately if you want to visit inside.
See this stop ↑
These editorial time estimates include walking, breaks and casual sightseeing, but not a full exhibition visit, long queues or extended shopping.
BEFORE YOU GO
A little planning goes a long way.
Check the station name and venue entrance
The metro station is still named China Art Museum. The venue now uses Shanghai Art Museum (China Art Museum); follow current visitor signs to the west entrance at 153 Shangnan Road.
Check admission before deciding your day
Gardens, temples, museums and performances have their own opening and admission arrangements. Suggested durations are editorial estimates and do not include long queues.
Photo credits
- China Art Museum, Shanghai.jpg — DavidXiaoDaShan · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Lu Xun Park building.jpg — Difference engine · CC BY-SA 4.0
- 浣纱湖 125630.jpg — Uuongkinghe · CC BY-SA 4.0
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